- AFT Member Benefit Virtual Workshops
https://sharemylesson.com/
https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/19xtpULvXHR3jT62CCLvyaJrZZ0ZC1Bfx?usp=share_link
- Degree Completion
Degree Completion through BPS Partnerships with Higher Education Institutions: Any BPS employee who is in need of completing their degree and/or earning a Master’s Degree which includes a pathway to licensure can enroll with one of our two higher education partners at an employee discount. They offer an undergraduate degree completion program and a wide variety of graduate degree programming. There are also scholarships available specifically for Black and Latinx educators. Contact: Kariem McCormick, kmccormick@bostonpublicschools.org
Degree completion programs: https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1fAQGRVRiDQooDowgogQLPYfPjAJbl0Nn?usp=sharing
Associates and Bachelors degrees: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1EqEhZLnvPiwNR9apGuPyFIvoTiBjoea_/view?usp=sharing
Masters degree: https://drive.google.com/file/d/18bPWbOi5BtHNSyk_rUyaDh-I2y4btaAb/view?usp=sharing
Contact info: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1OW_ZTrAnZ0FhajNePf7znSrCoLllsc19krsibx2KqG8/edit?usp=sharing
- Teaching About Desegregation Busing in Boston: A Conversation About the 50th Anniversary with Educators
Monday, November 18, 2024 4-6 pm Campus Center, 3rd Floor, Ballroom, Section C (3550C) University of Massachusetts Boston 100 Morrissey Boulevard, Boston, MA 02125
https://www.bostondesegregation.org/ https://drive.google.com/file/d/1QrjQJ-z5EkQrxw0por2VvUOg9z1GhWFK/view?usp=drive_link
- Early Childhood Inclusive Education PD Series
Created specifically for K0/K1 & K2 teachers and paraprofessionals. Register on Vector. Upcoming Dates: 11/7/24, 11/14/24, 12/12/24, 1/7/25, 2/4/25. More info here. Contact Cassandra Clark-Crichlow, cclark3@bostonpublicschools.org for more information.
https://docs.google.com/document/d/17GJHQp6-K7FbTOKilJpbX4yLiqa2DjKzF1F_q9vRR5c/edit?usp=sharing
- High School IM Learning Site: November 15, 8:30am-1:30pm
Are you looking to see Illustrative Math (IM) curriculum in action in a high school classroom? This PD is an opportunity to join other educators for a day in a live classroom around a common area of practice. This learning site on 11/15/24 places the question of “How do we implement IM in a high school classroom to create inclusive, student centered math learning experiences?” within the context of a diverse classroom. Come see a Math 3 (11th grade) high school class at the Dearborn STEM Academy, led by Cindy Nguyen, where students are engaging in grade level, complex, IM tasks. After the observation, educators have a chance to think through and debrief with the host teacher around the hows and whys of their teaching practice with follow up coaching sessions for an ALC/PDPs.
https://docs.google.com/presentation/d/1x7qiM056VlQhr8CQOHtIS8YYtDCUMoDNT0_r94AG0XI/edit#slide=id.g197d87a6359_2_0, https://airtable.com/appYek0wtXhDqcy21/pagEGDHyGZ9qzElhP/form
- Thinking Through Art Winter Institute
The Isabella Stewart Gardner Museum presents Thinking Through Art, a professional development program for teachers of all subjects in Boston Public Schools proven to improve culturally responsive instruction and foster critical thinking and social-emotional learning. We introduce innovative, student-centered approaches that can be applied directly to the classroom to expand students’ learning horizons. Educators across BPS unite to exchange ideas, gain support, and receive valuable feedback from their peers and Museum educators. Thinking Through Art includes intensive professional development, a visual art curriculum, and free guided Museum visits – including transportation. A $100 materials fee covers all program components, with opportunities to earn Professional Development Points or graduate credits. Apply by December 20th, 2024, at gardnermuseum.org/tta to start your journey in our Winter Institute, or email your questions to ThinkArt@isgm.org.
- SLIFE Educator Connect and Share: November 18th
The Telescope Network invites SLIFE educators on 11/18 at the BTU for Dinner, Panel Discussion, PD Hours & More! This is an excellent opportunity to connect with colleagues, get ideas, and engage in meaningful conversations about best practices for serving SLIFE students in our school communities. Please see flyer and RSVP for more details.
FLYER:https://docs.google.com/presentation/d/1m2sGPe1ZeaT8Qz0pkT6FPoZYk9DFRUyu5cUb30fqlxI/edit#slide=id.g2d4be2505f3_0_9RVSP: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScdzzLl5T4_uUgkUY2wMkkyYVtdW505RxWU4x8Z4hK0iI4-CQ/viewform
- Campus Without Walls – Teach in Exciting New Ways
Campus Without Walls connects teachers like you with other teachers across Massachusetts and allows you to share resources beyond the four walls of your classroom! When you join this community, you’ll receive personalized support to add our teacher-made thematic units to your current course – bringing the content to life for your students! Benefits: Access to culturally responsive and project-based lessons for high student engagement Coaching from an All-Star Lead Teacher to modify and implement lessons for your own students Earn 12 Professional Development Points This unique opportunity is available for Massachusetts teachers in all subject areas, Grades 6-12. Click here to get started by choosing a unit fully aligned with Massachusetts State Standards and High-Quality Instructional Materials for your grade and subject area. Together, we can make a lasting difference in our students’ education—ensuring they thrive in and beyond the classroom. Link: https://campuswithoutwalls.org/courses - Connect & Share: “Implementing Reading Horizons to Support Student Needs”
Connect & Share: “Implementing Reading Horizons to Support Student Needs” Join us on Zoom on December 10 from 5:30-7:00pm to hear from colleagues about what’s working as they implement Reading Horizons to support their students’ foundational skills and transfer to Tier 1 content. This webinar is for teachers who have previously attended the Reading Horizons 2 day Training.
Flyer:https://docs.google.com/presentation/d/1PGKKJzJaQogYxx2_u5LnQXAzvdnEsw3OwP7IZbx9bGo/edit#slide=id.g2018affd15f_0_92
RSVP: https://airtable.com/apptrZMNGEJSjRVoc/pag9TitPTGBFsjID0/form?prefill_Session=recZNCkMiQjA4v6go